2016

The State Government’s Mid-Year Financial Projections Statement shows WA’s resources sector remains integral to the State economy, making up 20 per cent of state revenue compared to 15 per cent the previous year. Iron ore commodity prices and royalties paid being responsible for a projected $3.7 billion boost the WA’s budget.

The Chamber of Minerals and Energy in WA welcomes news from the State Government today announcing more than 40 successful drilling projects under the Exploration Incentive Scheme’s (EIS) Co-funded Drilling Program.

The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia believes the State Government’s announcement today to sell 51 per cent of Western Power is a good opportunity for privatisation of a business that will continue to be regulated appropriately.